Similar characters from other books or people in real life

During the book I thought that Cassia was similar to another character that is really popular, Katniss Everdeen. Both characters have several problems thrown at them that they have to face. When I was reading "The Hunger Games" I thought that Katniss was a strong and independent person. She is also really brave. When I started to learn more about Cassia I found out that she has some of those traits too. Also both of them go against the laws of their home place. I think that if Cassia could be similar to anyone I know in real life, it would be my mom because I think both of them are strong and don't let anything stand in their way.